Spied: 2008 Mazda 2, coming to the States?

The 2008 Mazda 2 has been spied in testing as rumors of a State-side release continue. The Mazda 2, known in some markets as the Demio, is currently only available in Europe and Asia where it has been a success for Mazda. The B Class car has been the topic of much speculation after [...]

New range of rim masters roll out - Products

The line-up now includes the Fever 5R, XLR, Vertigo and Mag-num, which Mak claims mix mo­tor­sport inspiration with Italian style.
The five-spoke Fever 5R comes in white, gold, black and silver, and ranges from 6.5×15 to 9×18 inches. Aimed at SUVs, the Magnum is black and silver with five forked spokes. It is available from 8×18 [...]

Ferrari phone

This is Motorola’s special-edition mobile phone, the MOTORAZR MAXX V6 Ferrari Challenge.
The ВЈ329 clamshell phone uses top technology to give Ferrari-like download speeds. It has an 8x digital zoom camera, Ferrari F430-inspired ring tones, a red leather cover… and emits the unmistakable roar of an F1 racer every time it’s turned on and off.
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Big idea

The feature was created by Chrysler stylist Dave Spykerman. He simply decided to add a little circular well to the centre console of an interior he was designing, which could hold a drinks can upright.
The American manufacturer’s marketing staff loved the idea, and insisted that it was incorporated into the first Voyager, which was launched [...]

Road safety battle

A local council, the police and the Freight Transport Association have joined together to launch a leaflet and poster campaign designed to improve traffic flow on a notorious road in the Yorkshire Dales.
The A170 Thirsk to Scarborough route contains a winding 1-in-4 incline that 500 lorries fail to get up each year, and the leaflet [...]

Gatso overhaul on way

The DfT paper confirms its National Safety Camera Programme will officially end in April. Local councils will then have free rein to decide whether to erect traps or not. The cash from Gatso fines will also no longer be used to fund more sites.  The cash from Gatso fines will also no longer be used [...]

Latest Outback is kitted for action - Subaru Outback

Based on the Outback 2.5 SE automatic, the model features ВЈ1,000 worth of extra equipment, including a light leather interior, rear air-conditioning and a Momo leather steering wheelwith inset audio controls.
Available in time for next month’s number plate change, the special Outback costs ВЈ24,925 and comes in either Diamond Grey Metallic or Dark Green [...]